Vegetarian Savory Pork Balls

Discover a plant-based twist on a beloved classic with these Vegetarian Savory Pork Balls! Crafted from protein-rich textured vegetable protein (TVP) and enhanced with earthy mushrooms, fragrant herbs, and a touch of nutritional yeast for umami-packed flavor, these hearty bites offer the perfect meatless alternative. Bound together with a flax egg and baked to golden perfection, they’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and brimming with savory goodness. Quick to prep and packed with wholesome ingredients, they’re perfect as an appetizer, a protein-packed addition to pasta or rice dishes, or a crowd-pleasing party snack. Wholesome, flavorful, and entirely plant-based, these vegetarian "pork" balls are proof that comfort food can be both satisfying and sustainable!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP)
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Mushrooms, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the textured vegetable protein (TVP) and boiling water. Stir well and let it sit for 10 minutes to rehydrate.

Step 2

While the TVP is soaking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped mushrooms to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms have released their moisture and are cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed and 3 tablespoons of water to create a flax egg. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.

Step 5

Once the TVP is rehydrated, drain any excess water if needed, and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Add the sautéed onion and mushroom mixture to the TVP, followed by soy sauce, breadcrumbs, the prepared flax egg, nutritional yeast, dried thyme, dried basil, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well-combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetarian savory pork balls are golden brown and firm.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1357.2

Total Fat 40.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3248.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 128.1g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 465.2mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 4964.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.1%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 37.1%